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Hair fall out for a 2 month old baby
Hi doctor, my baby is 2 months old and her hair has been falling off on the side and the back. Basically, the head areas she lays on either while sleeping or just relaxing. Can I use natural hair oils like alovera or rosemary extracts on her hair?
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This is very common
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This is common, at birth scalp hair particularly posterior hair in the falling stage, it’s common. No need to worry.
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query.
Early consultations can prevent complications.
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Dr Faisal Zoheb
MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )
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Thats totally normal process of newborn period.
The hair which comes from birth will go slowly over 2-3months and new hair will come back
So don't worry
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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Dr. Sushmitha Trivedi
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Gulbarga
It is common in places of contact of head. Use coconut oil
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Dr. Sakshi Agarwal
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Ghaziabad
This is normal for every newborn. You can use non fragrance oils, coconut oils for massage. More than the oil, see if the scalp is clean and not developing any seborrheic dermatitis which can happen due to excessive oiling( characterised by flaky scalp along with dryness). If this is the case use shampoo twice a day. Apply only coconut oil
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